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Brazils Lula and Bolsonaro snub TV debate ahead of election

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and opposition candidate Flávio Bolsonaro skipped a planned TV debate ahead of the presidential election, depriving voters of a face-off.

What happened

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro snubbed a planned TV debate organized by TV Globo. The debate was set for Thursday and was the final opportunity for the two presidential front-runners to face off before polls open. A total of 158 million voters were deprived of watching the debate.

Why it matters

The debate's cancellation deprives voters of an opportunity to see the two candidates engage with each other directly. This may impact voters' ability to make informed decisions about their presidential choice. The debate's significance lies in its potential to influence the outcome of the election.

Key facts

  • Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
  • Flávio Bolsonaro
  • 158 million voters
  • TV Globo
  • Thursday

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